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24.70.070 Cuts.

City Code Section
  1. A. General. Unless otherwise recommended in the approved soil engineering and/or engineering geology reports, cuts must conform to the provisions of this Section.
  2. B. Slope. The slope of cut surfaces may be no steeper than is safe for the intended use. Cut slopes may be no steeper than 2 horizontal to 1 vertical.
  3. C. Drainage and terracing. Drainage and terracing must be provided as required by Section 24.70.100.

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